how to apply

Information on applying for a place at the Theatre School

We are now accepting applications to the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School online. Choose Acting or Technical Courses below and start the application process. You can save your application and return at any time.

Information you will require to complete your application:
  • Card details for payment of the audition/interview fee
  • An appropriate photograph of you for uploading on completion of the application
  • Occupation details
  • Education and qualification details
  • Employment history and details of any relevant experience
  • Two references - one personal and one professional
  • A CV for uploading on completion of the application (optional)
Once you have completed the application fully Bristol Old Vic Theatre School will contact you to arrange an audition for acting courses or interview for technical courses.

apply offline

If you require an alternative format of the application form, please contact:

Julia Heeley in the Administration Office, 2 Downside Road, Bristol
BS8 2XF.
Tel: 0117 9733535.
Email: adminassistant@oldvic.ac.uk

download a prospectus

Download a copy of our prospectus